Job Description
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Description of Position
The Purchasing Manager and their work are a pivotal part of the production process. Responsible for sourcing equipment, goods, and services for the company to meet the required price and lead-times whilst overseeing daily supply chain management and procurement activities, on a worldwide scale.
Strong negotiating, networking, maths, and Microsoft Excel skills are essential whilst sustainability, risk management, and ethical issues are advantageous. The Purchasing and supply chain process is essential to the overall success of the Alco Valves Group as a vast majority of the Company’s revenue is spent on procurement of raw materials, components, and additional testing requirements hence, a real difference in cost saving and profit is made within the team.
Essential Skills Required
1. Experience of the valve industry and raw materials are advantageous.
2. 3 years management experience.
3. Degree / CIPS qualified or equivalent in a business-related subject.
4. Minimum 5 years previous experience in a Purchasing role.
5. Proven track record of controlling and reducing external spend whilst developing a robust supplier base.
6. Able to bring modern procurement processes & mindset.
7. High competency level in use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum).
8. Full Driving License required.
9. Experience of working with MRP systems is essential.
10. Local to Brighouse area.
General Information
The role is ideal for a motivated candidate with a desire to enhance his/her skills in a rapidly developing business. Overseas travel may be required as part of this role.
Salary
Negotiable depending on experience. Attractive salary DOE.
Working Hours
38.5 hours per week: Monday to Thursday: 8.00am – 4.45pm – lunch 12.30 to 13.00 (or as required). Friday: 8.00am – 1.30pm – no lunch.
Benefits
1. 33 days annual leave made up of flexible, statutory and end of year shutdown holidays.
2. After 6 months service, access to a Health Care Cash Plan and Pension Scheme (with T&C applied).
3. Casual dress.
4. Health Plan.
5. Free Parking.
6. Onsite Parking.
7. No weekends.
8. Pension.
9. Cycle to work scheme.
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